Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:14 PM EDT2013-05-23 00:14:06 GMT
A Wheeling Police boat played the role of an unsafe boater
This week is National Safe Boating Week, when Americans are reminded to put safety first when they hit the lakes and rivers in their pleasure boats this summer.
This week is National Safe Boating Week and officials Wednesday gave reporters and photographers a first hand look at what it's like to be piloting a huge towboat loaded with barges.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:57 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:57:01 GMT
Warwood residents continue to fight against the pending fracking water plant that is going to be built in the community. Green Hunter Energy is calling for a meeting Wednesday hoping to address residents
Warwood residents continue to fight against the pending fracking water plant that is going to be built in the community.
Thursday, April 18 2013 2:04 PM EDT2013-04-18 18:04:29 GMT
The Brooke County Sheriff's Department is investigating an apparent homicide on Genteel Ridge Road in Brooke County.According to Brooke County Sheriff Chuck Jackson, Jason Lee Pratz was found dead of a
On Thursday, the Washington County Sheriff's Office, the Smith Township Police Department and the Mountain State Fugitive Task Force, which includes members of Brooke County Sheriff's Office, arrested Rocco Zuccaro. Zuccaro was wanted for the murder of Jason Lee Pratz, age 31, of Wellsburg.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:58 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:58:05 GMT
Jefferson County authorities continue to search for the two men involved in the shooting and pistol whipping of a family in Mingo Junction.Sheriff Fred Abdalla considers the suspects armed and dangerous.
Jefferson County authorities continue to search for the two men involved in the shooting and pistol whipping of a family in Mingo Junction.
Sunday, May 12 2013 10:44 AM EDT2013-05-12 14:44:20 GMT
At 6:34 am Sunday, multiple calls came in to Brooke County 911 dispatchers about two dogs killing another dog in the area of Oak Alley, between Virginia and Jefferson Streets, in Sollensby, in Brooke County. According
At 6:34 am Sunday, multiple calls came in to Brooke County 911 dispatchers about two dogs killing another dog in the area of Oak Alley, between Virginia and Jefferson Streets, in Sollensby, in Brooke County. According
Tuesday, April 16 2013 2:43 PM EDT2013-04-16 18:43:21 GMT
Andre Wade
The Wintersville Police Department is investigating an alleged sexual assault that happened last Friday night.Chief Ed Laman confirmed a suspect is in custody for the assault that occurred in the woods
The Wintersville man charged with allegedly sexually assaulting a juvenile girl and assaulting a juvenile boy was in court for his preliminary hearing on Monday. Andre Wade is charged with rape, felonious assault and possession of drugs.
Saturday, March 16 2013 9:52 AM EDT2013-03-16 13:52:10 GMT
According to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Department, a body has been found along County Road 43. They say he was from Brooke County. The Brooke County Sheriff's Department identified the body as 34
He was reported missing on Tuesday and was last seen on Monday.
Monday, May 20 2013 11:24 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:24:23 GMT
Another super-load was transported Sunday morning along state route 7 and U.S. 22 in Jefferson and Harrison Counties. The giant tank left the L&J Bowers Barge Facility in Steubenville and traveled to the
Another super-load was transported Sunday morning along state route 7 and U.S. 22 in Jefferson and Harrison Counties.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 1:18 PM EDT2013-05-22 17:18:23 GMT
An investigation begins Wednesday morning after an overnight shooting in Steubenville. The shooting happened on Park Street. According to our crew on the scene, authorities were still investigating at
A man was shot in the thigh and chest in an overnight shooting at 1304 Park Street in Steubenville.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:58 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:58:05 GMT
Jefferson County authorities continue to search for the two men involved in the shooting and pistol whipping of a family in Mingo Junction.Sheriff Fred Abdalla considers the suspects armed and dangerous.
Jefferson County authorities continue to search for the two men involved in the shooting and pistol whipping of a family in Mingo Junction.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:47 AM EDT2013-05-21 11:47:31 GMT
The search for a new city manager continues Tuesday in Steubenville. City Council will hold an Executive Session at 6:45 Tuesday night, but not to discuss the search. The city leaders say the search
City Council will hold an Executive Session at 6:45 Tuesday night, but not to discuss the search.
Thursday, May 2 2013 10:19 PM EDT2013-05-03 02:19:45 GMT
A license fee hike suggestion set off a firestorm at the Belmont County Commission meeting.
The annual $10 license plate fee proposal was voted down Wednesday at a public hearing. The fee had been proposed to help raise funds to fund renovations to the county's infrastructure.
The annual $10 license plate fee proposal was voted down Wednesday at a public hearing. The fee had been proposed to help raise funds to fund renovations to the county's infrastructure. It was voted down by two of the three Belmont County commissioners.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:12 PM EDT2013-05-23 02:12:09 GMT
Drivers on I-70 and I-77 will be able to travel a little bit faster this summer, as the Ohio Department of Transportation raises the speed limit to 70 miles an hour on rural stretches.
Drivers on I-70, and also I-77, will be able to travel a little bit faster this summer.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:18 PM EDT2013-05-23 00:18:03 GMT
WTRF.com has heard from many of you who want to do whatever you can to support the victims of the tornado in Moore, OK. A local high school sophomore has stepped up in a big way.
WTRF.com has heard from many of you who want to do whatever you can to support the victims of the tornado in Moore, OK. One local high school sophomore is stepping up in a big way.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:56 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:56:27 GMT
Vinson/Whitman
A Belmont County man and woman will be extradited back to the Ohio Valley after being arrested in Florida.Authorities say James Robert Whitman is facing rape, sexual battery and child endangerment charges.
A Belmont County man and woman will be extradited back to the Ohio Valley after being arrested in Florida.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:27 PM EDT2013-05-23 00:27:39 GMT
A long-awaited upgrade to the Marshall County Fairgrounds is moving forward quickly. Community leaders came together for a groundbreaking at the site of the new grandstands Wednesday.
A long-awaited upgrade to the Marshall County Fairgrounds is moving forward quickly. Community leaders came together for a groundbreaking at the site of the new grandstands Wednesday.
Tuesday, April 23 2013 8:54 AM EDT2013-04-23 12:54:37 GMT
Heads up for drivers going through the Mitchell Power Plant area in Marshall County, as there will be lane closures and changing traffic patterns to deal with for about a month.On Tuesday, contractors
Heads up for drivers going through the Mitchell Power Plant area in Marshall County, as there will be lane closures and changing traffic patterns to deal with for about a month.
Thursday, November 15 2012 4:41 PM EST2012-11-15 21:41:01 GMT
The new Marshall County Commissioner is Republican candidate Bob Miller. According to the results of the vote canvass Miller won with 6,218 votes over incumbent Jake Padlow who received 6,148 votes.
The new Marshall County Commissioner is Republican candidate Bob Miller.
Monday, May 20 2013 11:24 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:24:23 GMT
Another super-load was transported Sunday morning along state route 7 and U.S. 22 in Jefferson and Harrison Counties. The giant tank left the L&J Bowers Barge Facility in Steubenville and traveled to the
Another super-load was transported Sunday morning along state route 7 and U.S. 22 in Jefferson and Harrison Counties.
Wednesday, January 16 2013 3:32 PM EST2013-01-16 20:32:29 GMT
CHESTER, W.Va. (AP) - Services are scheduled Thursday for a 109-year-old Hancock County woman. An obituary posted on the website of McKinney Funeral Home in Youngsville, Pa., says Elizabeth D. Carlson
CHESTER, W.Va. (AP) - Services are scheduled Thursday for a 109-year-old Hancock County woman. An obituary posted on the website of McKinney Funeral Home in Youngsville, Pa., says Elizabeth D. Carlson
Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:58 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:58:05 GMT
Jefferson County authorities continue to search for the two men involved in the shooting and pistol whipping of a family in Mingo Junction.Sheriff Fred Abdalla considers the suspects armed and dangerous.
Jefferson County authorities continue to search for the two men involved in the shooting and pistol whipping of a family in Mingo Junction.
Tuesday, November 13 2012 4:24 PM EST2012-11-13 21:24:10 GMT
The driver of a small pick-up truck was flown to UPMC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh this morning after getting in an accident with a semi-truck in Harrison County. The woman driving the pick-up truck rolled
The driver of a small pick-up truck was flown to UPMC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh this morning after getting in an accident with a semi-truck in Harrison County.
Wednesday, October 3 2012 4:36 PM EDT2012-10-03 20:36:09 GMT
The Hancock County jail has gotten a facelift, not just for appearance purposes, but so that everyone will be able to work more efficiently. The planning process began when Sheriff Mike White first took
The Hancock County jail has gotten a facelift, not just for appearance purposes, but so that everyone will be able to work more efficiently. The planning process began when Sheriff Mike White first took his position. That's when they submitted a plan to remodel the unused jail space.
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